As we celebrate your tenth birthday tonight I am reminded how delicate time can be. I've watched you grow into a sweet and kind little girl who is a lover of life, animals, bow hunting and all things sunny. There is no other little girl quit like you and there's no little girl I could … Continue reading Fly With Your Own Wings

Oh my goodness society has done a number on some of us. Makes me sad. I'm standing in line at the store earlier tonight. There are 3 people ahead of me and several others behind me. There's a mother and little girl right behind me and I hear the little girl say, "mommy I want … Continue reading Pink Hair Don’t Care

Thirteen years ago today you came home from the hospital. It was Thanksgiving night and the NICU set up a room for us so we could spend the entire night with you in our arms. I remember wondering what your first bath would be like without all of the nurses and monitors. I remember wondering … Continue reading Thirteen Going on 25

Dear 12 Year Old Son of Mine, It is my job to recognize “teachable moments” in your life. Sometimes, I miss the mark. Today, I knocked it out of the ballpark. The next time you consider rolling your eyes and smart talking the mother who carried you for six months (yes I know, only 6!) … Continue reading Dear 12 Year Old Son of Mine

I have met so many people throughout my life who were temporary. We had become close and made amazing memories in the past, but they were meant to stay there, in the past. I understand that not everyone is meant to stay with us forever, and it is totally normal for people to go their … Continue reading But You Never Left

HELLP Syndrome Such a sweet moment. Unfortunately not all families survive this terrible disease. This video reminds me so much of my sweet Ashton. Sometimes I almost can't imagine a baby as small as he was at birth, but I also can't imagine a day without him. He only weighed 4lbs 3oz. I remember the … Continue reading Not Today HELLP Syndrome

My dear, sweet, sleepy boy. I promise to give you the best life and never ask for anything in return, to love you until there is nothing left of me. I will always give to you without expectations and promise to shower you with love and kisses as constant as the sunrise, the sun and … Continue reading Sweet Dreams